00:00More than a dozen museums, libraries and creative groups across the northeast and Cumbria
00:05will share nearly ÂŁ13 million from the government.
00:09The funding comes through the Arts Everywhere programme,
00:13supporting improvements to buildings and access.
00:17Gateshead's Baltic Centre is among those awarded money,
00:21with its director saying the investment is critical to maintaining the venue and attracting visitors.
00:25In Cumbria, the Armit Museum in Ambleside plans upgrades to heating and ventilation to better protect its collection.
00:33The government says the wider package will support cultural organisations nationwide
00:39and help more people engage with arts, heritage and community spaces.
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